1983 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i10 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Granada would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i10 (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i10 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Granada weights approximately 239 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i10.
Because 1983 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i10, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Hyundai i10 (121 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Granada | 2012 Hyundai i10 | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Granada | i10 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3565 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1595 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2380 mm |